You might have planned your safari trip for months, where to go and what to do, but have you already planned what to bring? Packing stuff for an African safari can be quite a formidable task if you have no idea where to start. Here’s a checklist to for you to begin with. Important Documents – passport, e-tickets, itineraries, travel insurance papers (just in case you might need them), and identification cards that have your blood type and allergies listed could also prove to be very helpful. Sensible Clothes – you will actually only need a few sets of clothes, not only will it be lighter luggage for you, it will also be quite convenient too since same-day laundry services are usually available in most safari camps. 2 long sleeved shirts, a T-shirt, a good pair of pants, lightweight jacket, swimsuit, pajamas, 3 sets of underwear (and 1 bra if you’re female, ideally a sports bra, since game drives can get really bumpy), 2-3 pairs of socks, flip-flops. A light and compact raincoat (in the case of unexpected rainy weather) and of course, a hat. An elegantly casual outfit might come in handy for dinner at a chic restaurant. Do remember to choose clothing that are of neutral or “safari” colors and refrain from wearing white or bright colored clothing during the trip as it can startle animals (and other guests). Toiletries – Resealable plastic bags are quite useful when it comes to storing your toiletries. It would be quite convenient storing one set of travel size soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, mouthwash, sunblock, deodorant, and insect repellent lotion in one plastic bag and storing another set as a back-up in another bag. Travel Essentials – now these are the stuff that will make your safari worthwhile. A camera (without one, you won’t be able to prove to your friends that you went on a safari) and it’s respective charger or extra pair of batteries, binoculars, sunglasses, a reliable flashlight, a journal to document your whole trip in (if you’re into that kind of thing), and an extra bag for souvenirs. Medicine Kit – If you have any prescription medicines, make sure you bring them. Also, don’t hesitate to bring a little first aid kit, because you must always be prepared for emergencies, you might not experience one yourself but at least you can readily help somebody else if necessary. A kit with pharmaceuticals to counter diarrhea, allergies, headaches, indigestion, heartburn, and most importantly – anti-malarial tablets, and some wound ointment with band-aids would suffice. A good set of virtues – patience, being number 1 of these, as it is quite unavoidable that there’ll be some delays here and there or a few annoying people to deal with every now and then. Sensibleness and practicality will also come in handy. So there’s a short list of all the basics you’d need on an African Safari. Make sure you don’t forget anything!